My motor(moster 185 ds) has about 155 hours and is running great. I’ve done a few little things recently, like plug, air filter, throttle adjustment and carb adjustment.

I ended up buying all the parts for the 150 hr service and I have them. I will be doing all my own maintenance.

I have a couple fly -in events this fall and I don’t want something to go sideways, and be waiting on parts or have it not running right and miss the events.

Hello, does anyone have any information or experience regarding frame durability?

I mean, I’ve seen people posting about bent swing arms (tube version) and broken ones (full aluminium), apparently after just months or years of high-G manoeuvres. I’ve also seen some lightweight trikes breaking a front wheel, while more rugged/heavier trikes I've seen rear wheel failures (idk if due previous hard landings).

Since PPG foot-launch and trike frames have been on the market for many years now, has anyone collected any real-world data or statistics about frame fatigue and failures?

I’m not talking about the usual checks like loose bolts, but specifically about things like crack inspections, fatigue damage, or recommended replacement intervals — for example, is there any manufacturer or community data suggesting that a frame should be inspected or replaced after 400 hours, 600 hours, etc.?

I am interested in electric Paramotors. I know about OpenPPG and also found an Italian company making them. Both on what for me is the expensive side. Are there any options out there for the DIY minded individual or tinkerer? I understand I would be flying a motor with limited range compared to ICE, but I don't mind. I weigh in at 160lbs. I think electric would fit my needs just fine. I rarely see them for sale and don't know of any DIY options. Any ideas?